1999 McLaren F1 vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 McLaren F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 McLaren F1 would be higher. At 6,061 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 McLaren F1 (618 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2013 Bentley Continental. (616 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 2013 Bentley Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1180 kg more than 1999 McLaren F1.
Because 2013 Bentley Continental is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 McLaren F1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Bentley Continental (800 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 McLaren F1. (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 McLaren F1. 2013 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 1999 McLaren F1 has manual transmission. 1999 McLaren F1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 McLaren F1 | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
Make | McLaren | Bentley |
Model | F1 | Continental |
Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 6061 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Type | V | W |
Horse Power | 618 HP | 616 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 649 Nm | 800 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.1 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 2350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4804 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2227 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1394 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2746 mm |